Change is inevitable, but that doesn’t mean it will always be easy. Humans are resilient, but we’re also resistant to change. We’re wired that way, which is why change can be so intimidating, scary, and challenging. Our brains are plastic, malleable, and fertile for quickly learning vast amounts of information when we’re young. But as…
The big stressors in life—the ones we all dread that many of us will undoubtedly experience at some point in our life—can set our world into a tailspin, altering who we are and how we see the world forever. They also have the potential to eventually make us stronger if we can learn to approach…
⌄ Scroll down to continue ⌄ Divorce is often considered to be one of the most stressful events a person can go through in their lifetime—and for good reason. When you’ve planned to spend the rest of your life with someone, a change in those plans can feel devastating and life-altering. The good news is…
While play can provide space for new beginnings and exploration, it can also give us the chance to be reminded of our “why” and gain perspective in the midst of the muck and messiness of life. While writing this book, I experienced one of the most intense seasons of burnout in my life. The convergence…
Have you noticed that symptoms like stomachache, headache, gassy belly, or muscle pain might co-occur on days when you feel more frazzled? Like when you wake up with a mild headache, physical discomfort can set you up for a day of impatience, irritability, and overall frazzlebrain. It can feel and sound as if your body…
Mother’s Day brunch is the gift that keeps on giving: you can show your mom you care while also digging into an array of flavorful and nutritious dishes made with love. If you’re dining in this year you can still create a restaurant-grade spread, and if there’s one thing we can offer at mbg, it’s…
When I hop on the bike with Peloton’s Emma Lovewell, her easygoing attitude, motivational stories, and karaoke-worthy playlists always distract me from how hard her rides are. My clothes are not as easily fooled. After 30 minutes with Lovewell, my smelly, sweat-stained athleisure always remind me: her workouts are tough! When I recently got the…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. We know there are hair supplements out there with ingredients that boast incredible hair growth benefits (we see you, collagen), but what if your multi could not only address nutrient…
Research shows that one of the most effective ways to spur creativity is to allow your mind to wander and to follow it without judgment. But science also shows why that is tougher than it sounds. In 2010, two researchers working at Harvard University began exploring how people feel about and experience mind wandering. They…
You just broke up with a narcissist. Or maybe you’re getting ready for the big break. Whichever the case, you’ve experienced the darkness of dating someone with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), and now you’re ready to bolt. Today, we’re unpacking how narcissists treat their exes to help you prepare for what’s coming next. Specifically, we’re…
